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oberoiEXOTIC VACATIONS
Experience India with some of the best hotels in the world.Valid from 16th April to 30th September, 2009.
The Oberoi Udaivila-s, UdaipurRated 4th best hotel in the world and the best hotel in Asiaby Condé Nast Traveler, USA, in the 2008 Readers’ Choice Awards.
Rated 4th best hotel in the world and 2nd best hotel in Asiaby Travel+Leisure, in the 2008 Readers’ Poll.
Explore India, the land of fantasy, mystique and colour -
from the magical romance of the Taj Mahal in Agra to
the colourful state of Rajasthan; from the famous tiger
reserve of Ranthambhore to the majestic serenity of
the Himalayas. Experience Royal Indian hospitality at
some of the best hotels in the world.
View the changing hues of the Taj Mahal from your
room at The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra. Experience the
tranquility of the Himalayas at Wildflower Hall, India’s
leading spa resort surrounded by beautiful valleys and
snow capped mountains. Explore Udaipur’s romantic
heritage while staying at The Oberoi Udaivilas.
Oberoi Exotic Vacations is available from 16th April
to 30th September, 2009. A summer holiday in India
brings you many advantages. Some of the most
colourful festivals of India are celebrated during
this period. You can experience some of the best
hotels in the world at an incredible value.
Choose from our suggested itineraries or
create your own to suit your convenience.
VALIDITYThe offer is valid from 16th April to 30th September, 2009.
At The Oberoi Vanyavilas, the offer is valid from 16th April to 30th June, 2009.*Terms and conditions apply
8 nights INR 70,000 US$ 1,555
10 nights INR 85,000 US$ 1,888
12 nights INR 92,500 US$ 2,055
Oberoi exotic vacationS
PRICE PER PERSON ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY*
INCLUSIONS• Accommodation in a Premier Room
• Transfer to and from the airportor railway station within each city
• Complimentary Yoga sessions andcookery classes
• All applicable Government taxesas on 1st January, 2009
SPECIAL OFFERS• 25% discount on Spa treatments.
• Stay for 10 nights or more and get anupgrade to a suite at any one hotel.
PARTICIPATING HOTELSThe Oberoi Amarvila-s, Agra#
The Oberoi Rajvila-s, Jaipur#
The Oberoi Udaivila-s, Udaipur#
The Oberoi Vanyavila-s, Ranthambhore#
Wildflower Hall, Shimla in the HimalayasThe Oberoi, New Delhi
The Oberoi Grand, Kolkata
Create your own itinerary from theparticipating hotels for 8 or more nights.
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Our experienced travel management team can assist you in planning domestic air and road travel.
View the changing hues of the Taj Mahal from your room at The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra.
Price for a single traveller is the same as the full price on double occupancy.
*IMPORTANT POINTS• At The Oberoi Vanyavilas, accommodation is
in a Luxury Tent and transfers are from SawaiMadhopur railway station.
• Suite upgrade is subject to availability on arrival.
• Yoga sessions and cookery classes are at selecthotels only.
• Any change in Government taxes will becommunicated and levied accordingly.
• All rates will be charged in Indian Rupees.Prices in US$ are only indicative and may varydue to fluctuations in the rate of exchange.
View the changing hues of the Taj Mahal from your room at The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra.
Wildflower Hall, Shimla in the HimalayasRated 5th best resort in Asia by Condé Nast Traveler, USA,
in the 2008 Readers’ Choice Awards.
The Oberoi, New DelhiRated amongst the Top 50 Hotels in Asia, by Travel + Leisure,
World’s Best Awards, Readers’ survey 2008.
The Oberoi Rajvila-s, JaipurRated 2nd best hotel in the world and the best hotel in Asia by
Travel + Leisure, in the 2008 Readers’ Poll.
Rated 5th best hotel in Asia by Condé Nast Traveler, USA,in the 2008 Readers’ Choice Awards.
The Oberoi Udaivila-s, UdaipurRated 4th best hotel in the world and the best hotel in Asia byCondé Nast Traveler, USA, in the 2008 Readers’ Choice Awards.
Rated 4th best hotel in the world and 2nd best hotel in Asia byTravel + Leisure, in the 2008 Readers’ Poll.
The Oberoi Vanyavila-s, RanthambhoreRated 2nd best hotel in the world and 2nd best resort in Asia by
Condé Nast Traveler, USA, in the 2008 Readers’ Choice Awards.
The Oberoi Amarvila-s, AgraRated 6th best hotel in the world and 3rd best hotel in Asia by
Travel + Leisure, in the 2008 Readers’ Poll.
Rated 8th best hotel in the world and 2nd best hotel in Asia byCondé Nast Traveler, USA, in the 2008 Readers’ Choice Awards.
Experience the ancient art of Yoga and meditation in tranquil surroundingsat The Oberoi Rajvila-s, Jaipur.
Experience the ancient art of Yoga and meditation in tranquil surroundingsat The Oberoi Rajvila-s, Jaipur.
DAY 1Arrive in New Delhi and transfer to The Oberoi.
The hotel room is available for immediate check-in on arrival.
DAY 2Morning: Spend the morning relaxing in your room or enjoya massage at the Oberoi Spa.
Afternoon: Depart by air for Udaipur (1 hour 35 minutesflight). On arrival in Udaipur, transfer to The Oberoi Udaivilas.
Evening: Visit the Bada Mahal Wildlife Conservatory, a naturalhome to peacocks, wild boar and spotted deer, locatedadjacent to the hotel. Visit the 200 year old hunting lodgeof the Maharanas of Udaipur and witness frescoes donein the ‘Gotai’ style using lime and marble paste.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 3Morning: Yoga session at the hotel, followed by a tour of thecity including a visit to the magnificent City Palace, theMuseum and the grand 400 year old Jagdish Temple devotedto Lord Vishnu.
Afternoon: Shopping excursion followed by an Ayurvedicmassage at the Oberoi Spa.
Evening: A candlelit dinner overlooking the Lake Pichola.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 4Morning: After breakfast, visit the Chittorgarh Fort(approximately 3 hours drive). The most important bastionof Rajput power, it’s occupation was the primary objectiveof any would-be ruler.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 5Morning: Depart by air for Jaipur (45 minutes flight). Onarrival in Jaipur, transfer to The Oberoi Rajvilas.
Afternoon: A visit to the Amber Fort. An elephant ride takesyou up to the fort.
Evening: An insight into Rajasthani culture and its past bya historian.
Overnight at the hotel.
SUGGESTED ITINERARY12 nights /13 days
DAY 6Morning: Yoga session at the hotel followed by a tourof the City Palace and the fascinating observatory built byRaja Jai Singh in 1728.
Afternoon: At leisure.
Evening: Experience the traditional ‘Aarti’ (prayer) at theancient Shiva Temple within the hotel followed by arejuvenating spa therapy at the Oberoi Spa.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 7Morning: Spend the day shopping in the city for gem stones,silver jewellery and hand painted textiles.
Evening: Learn how to prepare exotic Indian dishes fromour chef.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 8Morning: Visit Hawa Mahal, also known as the‘Palace of Winds’.
Afternoon: Depart by air for Agra (1 hour 10 minutes flight).On arrival in Agra, transfer to The Oberoi Amarvilas.
Evening: Get an insight into the legacies of the Mughal Empireby a historian.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 9Morning: Visit the Taj Mahal, one of the seven Wonders ofthe World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Afternoon: Visit Fatehpur Sikri (a World Heritage Site) –a perfectly preserved ancient city built by the great Mughalemperor, Akbar.
Evening: At leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 10Morning: Visit Agra Fort (a World Heritage Site) andItmad-ud-Daulah, regarded as an imminent precursor ofthe Taj Mahal.
Afternoon: Depart by air for Delhi (60 minutes flight).On arrival in Delhi, transfer to The Oberoi.
Evening: At leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 11Morning: Tour of the historical sights of Delhi, includingIndia Gate, Qutab Minar (a World Heritage Site) andRashtrapati Bhawan, the grand residence of the President ofIndia, designed by the British architect Edwin Lutyen.
Evening: Visit Dilli Haat, a contemporary art and crafts marketthat offers a wonderful collection of Indian handicrafts.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 12Morning: Visit the walled city of Old Delhi, guarded by theRed Fort (a World Heritage Site) built in 1648. It’s narrowalleys are dotted with countless landmarks including India’slargest mosque, the Jama Masjid and the legendarymarketplace of Chandni Chowk that stocks everything fromspices and perfumes, to jewellery and dress materials.
Evening: Enjoy a massage at the Oberoi Spa.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 13Early morning: Transfer to the airport for your onwarddestination.
ExtensionHimalayan Adventure(3 nights / 4 days)
ExtensionTiger Safari(3 nights / 4 days)Only available from 16th April to 30th June, 2009
This extension can be taken from Jaipur.
DAY 1Early morning: Transfer from Jaipur to Ranthambhore by road(approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes drive).
Afternoon: On arrival in Ranthambhore, check intoThe Oberoi Vanyavilas. The resort is adjacent to the renownedRanthambhore National Park, home to a wide variety ofwildlife including the famous Royal Bengal Tiger. Later visitRanthambhore Fort and other interesting sites.
Evening: Relax at the Oberoi Spa.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 2Early morning: Visit the Ranthambhore National Park (approximateduration of the jungle drive is 3 hours and 30 minutes).
Afternoon: Visit the Ranthambhore School of Art to see awide range of paintings from the exquisite ‘Oil on Silk’work to the very artistic charcoal paintings.
Evening: Ride on our pet elephants Mala and Laxmi.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 3
Early morning: Visit to the Ranthambhore National Park.
Afternoon: Enjoy a massage at the Oberoi Spa. Early lunchfollowed by one final drive into the jungle to spot the tiger.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 4Morning: Transfer back to Jaipur by road.
This extension can be taken from Delhi.
DAY 1Early morning: Depart by air for Shimla (60 minutes flight).On arrival in Shimla, transfer to Wildflower Hall, an OberoiResort (approximately 90 minutes drive).
Afternoon: Trek through the mountains on the Wild StrawberryTrail. Your guide will give you an introduction to thewonderful flora of the Himalayas.
Evening: Relax at the outdoor heated jacuzzi or the indoorheated swimming pool.
Overnight at the hotel.
ExtensionColonial Tour(2 nights / 3 days)
DAY 2Morning: Transfer to Chaba at the base of river Sutlej to experiencewhite water rafting (approximate duration is 4 hours).Alternatively, you may choose from horse riding, mountainbicycling and other scenic walks. All activities are conductedby trained guides.
Evening: Relax at the Oberoi Spa, with tranquil views throughlush green cedar and pine forests. The Spa Pavilions are apeaceful haven to revitalise the senses.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 3Early morning: Discover the rich colonial heritage of Shimlaon a guided tour.
Evening: Enjoy a host of activities within the hotel, frombilliards and archery to horse riding and croquet.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 4Morning: Depart for your flight back to Delhi.
This extension can be taken from Delhi.
DAY 1Early morning: Depart by air for Kolkata (2 hours flight).On arrival in Kolkata, transfer to The Oberoi Grand.
Afternoon: City tour including a visit to Victoria Memorial,Job Charnock’s Tomb and Chowringhee.
Evening: Enjoy a massage at the Oberoi Spa.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 2Early morning: A leisurely walk through the ‘European’ areasof what was once the capital of the British Empire in India(approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes). Finish the walkwith a leisurely champagne breakfast at the hotel.
Evening: Enjoy a sunset cruise on the river Hooghly withglimpses of the history and culture of Kolkata.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 3Morning: Depart for your flight back to Delhi.
RESERVATIONSPlease contact your Travel Agent or call us Toll Free in the following countries:
USA: 1 800 562 3764, Europe: 00 800 1234 0101, Italy: 00 800 8 77067,Australia: 1 800 55 4176, Japan: 00531 65 0003, Singapore: 800 189 1009,
Hong Kong: 800 96 2595, Bahrain: 800 00 499, UAE: 800 065 0551,Saudi Arabia: 1 800 65 267 388 689, India: 1 800 11 2030
From other countries, you can call +91 11 2389 0606
Email: [email protected]
Online reservations and detailed term & conditions:www.oberoihotels.com/exoticvacations
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS• Accommodation is subject to availability.
• Total offer price indicated in the brochure does not include entrance fee to variousplaces of interest, airfare, transportation, meals and sightseeing.
• An alternative itinerary can be suggested if accommodation is not available on required dates.